Pharmacy Assistant at INTERSOS

Job Location: The position is based in Magumeri LGA

Main Purpose
Assist the Pharmacist on the project in ensuring the proper general functioning of the central pharmacy and the supply to other field pharmacies.
Accountabilities

• Maintain the adequacy of storage and hygiene conditions of pharmacy according to INTERSOS protocols.
• Participate in physical inventories and organization of stock according to INTERSOS recommended storage guidelines.
• Participate in preparations and sending the different health structure (packaging, transport…). If working as a dispenser, verify with prescriber in case of unclear prescription or difference
• from standard protocols and that patients are counseled appropriately regarding their prescribed treatments
• Participate in the reception of supplies
• Ensure that material is not taken without authorization and that the security regulations of the pharmacy are respected.
• Report immediately in case of robbery/damage of medical equipment or medicines. Take actions to avoid or prevent the robberies and damages on the equipment.
• Update stock cards and inform the stock manager as soon as an item reaches the minimum or maximum threshold or is about to expire.
• Collaborate with line manager on stock management as well as monthly reports.
• To provide weekly inventory and stock management details to line manager.

Requirements

• MUST be competent, literate and capable of handling numbers. Medical profile preferred.
• Experience in similar positions would be an asset.
• English, Hausa and Kanuri required
• MUST have a good understanding of the local context and be capable of handling
• Should be able to work under intense pressure